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mattress pain

Shoshana

Northern USA
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6,035
Location
Northern USA
If it is at all possible, I think it is worth getting the best padding and mattress for yourself, that you can manage and afford. It doesn't take all my pain away or cure my illness, but it makes a difference in my life, I know.

I feel grateful for it.
 

Rufous McKinney

Senior Member
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13,251
I got a 100% natural, latex mattress with bamboo cover I think: its GREAT. I sleep SO MUCH BETTER on this bed. Made in Chicago, USA even! It was worth it: around $800. It came in a box.
 

junkcrap50

Senior Member
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1,330
I got a 100% natural, latex mattress with bamboo cover I think: its GREAT. I sleep SO MUCH BETTER on this bed. Made in Chicago, USA even! It was worth it: around $800. It came in a box.
What's the name? I've been searching for a latex mattress.
 

Rebeccare

Moose Enthusiast
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9,064
Location
Massachusetts
I also use a latex mattress. They're pretty comfortable if you like a firm mattress, and they're also very hardy (they can stand up to a person lying down most of each day without getting too dented).

Has anyone tried those adjustable sleep number mattresses? I'm curious about those.
 

junkcrap50

Senior Member
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1,330
I also use a latex mattress. They're pretty comfortable if you like a firm mattress, and they're also very hardy (they can stand up to a person lying down most of each day without getting too dented).
This is important, because I bought a new mattress, and it was worn out and giving me back pain after 1.75 years. But since I was staying in bed for 20+ hours per day, the mattress was more like ~5 years, which unfortunately is when mattresses begin to be replaced.
 

gbells

Improved ME from 2 to 6
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1,491
Location
Alexandria, VA USA
One thing I love about my 15 year old Sleep Number mattress is that I can adjust the firmness. When I lose weight I need it firmer (number 60). If I am heavier or in a lot of pain I need it softer (30). You can't do that with memory foam. It also has a 20 year life.

You can find many Sleep Number beds available Used on Ebay and the company sells spare parts if something is broken. They also have sales. I purchased my bed for $700 as a demo on sale.